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November 2008

  • My experience with open bowel resection - by Pauline - (Wed, Nov 12 2008)
    I went to our local hospital in June 2008 for a routine colonoscopy. My GP recommended the procedure because I have a family history of colorectal cancer and a personal history of colon polyps. [more..]
  • colon and rectal surgery - by Elizabeth - (Mon, Nov 03 2008)
    I would never have the surgery if I had known how much pain and adjustments to my life that came with it. I have just as much trouble with having a BM now as I did before surgery. I think more tests and things should have been tried before cutting me open. I would never recommend colon surgery. [more..]

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